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What do you think were the biggest factors that contributed to the horrible conditions and abuses at Willowbrook or Pennhurst?

Documentary reflection Choose one documentary to watch and consider the following: How you might feel if one of your close family members were institutionalized at a facility such as Pennhurst or Willow brook. Why do you think most people today are unfamiliar with the history of these institutions? Do you think the staff and doctors […]